Events
New Music Detroit: Strange Beautiful Music 19 featuring Joy Guidry
Detroit Institute of ArtsNew Music Detroit (NMD) celebrates 19 years of strange and beautiful music in the Motor City. This year's theme, 'AFTERIMAGE', traces the meaning that emerges through the resonance and reverberation of listening together. Night 2 of SBM 19 at the Detroit Institute of Arts opens with a very special set by Joy Guidry — bassoonist,
Sensory-Friendly Concert: Dance Party!
Detroit Symphony OrchestraThis free sensory-friendly concert welcomes teens and adults with neurodiversity and/or intellectual or developmental disabilities with their families and/or caregiver(s). Learn More: https://www.dso.org/events-and-tickets/events/26-27-fall/sensory-friendly-concert-dance-party
West African Dance Class
Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated, a lappa (ladies), and baby wipes if you’ll be dancing barefoot (encouraged). Experience the
DTE Community Concerts
Detroit Symphony OrchestraAt Greater Grace Temple 23500 W Seven Mile Rd, Detroit, MI 48219 Bring the whole family for a free night of music with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra! From blockbuster movie themes to timeless classical favorites, this concert has a little something for everyone, whether you're a lifelong symphony fan or it's your very first time hearing
Free Admission to the Detroit Historical Society
Detroit Historical MuseumJoin us for a special free evening at the Detroit Historical Museum as part of the Detroit Historical Society's Quad Anniversary celebration. Explore the museum's exhibitions, discover the stories that have shaped Detroit, and connect with our city's rich past during extended evening hours. At 6:30pm join us for a free lecture by Lily Chen,
Reclaiming Agency: Art, Technology, and Collective Futures
How do we shape the futures being designed around us? Join artists rootoftwo, Taeyoon Choi, and Mother Cyborg for a conversation about technology, civic life, and the possibilities of collective imagination. The discussion will be moderated by Michael Connor. Register Here - https://mocadetroit.org/event/reclaiming-agency-art-technology-and-collective-futures/
Dance City Festival: Dance-on-Screen
Detroit Institute of ArtsDance on Screen provides a space for dance filmmakers to present their work. Presented in the Marvin and Betty Danto Lecture Hall, dance on screen highlights local, national, and international dance films in diverse styles of dance. (90 min.) Learn More: https://dia.org/events/dance-city-festival-dance-screen-0?event_date=2026-09-19
Dance City Festival – Choreographers Showcase
Detroit Institute of ArtsThis curated showcase brings together an inclusive representation of local, national, and international artists and dancers to share their current projects with other professionals and general audiences alike. Set within the historic DFT Auditorium, witness the creativity and passion of contemporary choreographers as they bring their visions to life on stage. (90 min.) Learn More
Dance City Festival – Summer Stage
Detroit Institute of ArtsBring the family (along with blankets and lawn chairs) for an afternoon of dance on the DIA’s Woodward Plaza. Featuring performances by local, national, and international talent curated for family audiences, Summer Stage promises to be a festival highlight for all ages. Sunday will feature family-friendly outdoor activities to get everyone moving! Learn More Here - https://dia.org/events/dance-city-festival-summer-stage-0?event_date=2026-09-20
West African Dance Class
Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated, a lappa (ladies), and baby wipes if you’ll be dancing barefoot (encouraged). Experience the